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“Keep Chicago Renting” Ordinance Undergoes Changes to Close Loopholes
On April 13, the Chicago Tribune published an article titled Aldermen make changes to Chicago foreclosure ordinance.
22 Apr 2015
Michael Greenbaum Promoted to Chief Operating Officer
Safeguard Properties announced the promotion of Michael Greenbaum to Chief Operating Officer (COO).
21 Apr 2015
New York AG Proposes New Expanded Bill to Reduce Zombie Properties
On April 18, the Yonkers Tribune released an article titled A.G. Schneiderman Introduces Expanded Legislation to Combat Spread of “Zombie Properties” Across State.
20 Apr 2015
FHFA Launches Neighborhood Stabilization Pilot Program in Illinois
On April 16, DS News released an article discussing the launch of the Neighborhood Stabilization Initiative, a program designed to stabilize neighborhoods around Chicago and help delinquent borrowers avoid foreclosure.
17 Apr 2015
FHLMC Guide Bulletin 2015-5 Servicing Updates
On April 15, Freddie Mac released an update titled Guide Bulletin 2015-5: Servicing Updates.
17 Apr 2015
MHA HAMP Reporting Update March 2015 UP Survey Now Available
On April 15, Making Home Affordable (MHA) released a HAMP Reporting Update, subtitled March 2015 UP Survey Now Available.
17 Apr 2015
CFPB Issues Guidance on Housing Counselor Requirement
On April 15, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued a press release titled CFPB Issues Guidance on Housing Counselor Requirement.
16 Apr 2015
Fannie Mae SVC-2015-06 Miscellaneous Servicing Policy Changes
On April 15, Fannie Mae released Servicing Guide Announcement SVC-2015-06, subtitled Miscellaneous Servicing Policy Changes.
16 Apr 2015
HUD Awards $36 Million in Housing Counseling Grants
On April 14, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a press release titled HUD Awards $36 Million in Housing Counseling Grants.
15 Apr 2015
OCC Bulletin 2015-25: Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act
On April 14, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) issued OCC Bulletin 2015-25, subtitled Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act.
15 Apr 2015
FEMA Declared Disaster Massachusetts
On April 13, FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Massachusetts as a result of a severe winter storm, snowstorm and flooding January 26-28.
14 Apr 2015
MHA HAMP Reporting Update March 2015 UP Survey Reminder
On April 9, Making Home Affordable (MHA) released a HAMP Reporting Update, subtitled March 2015 UP Survey Reminder.
14 Apr 2015
VA Circular 26-15-4 Policy Changes for Specially Adapted Housing Compliance Inspector Exam and Compliance Inspector Qualifications
On April 9, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued Circular 26-15-4, subtitled Policy Changes for Specially Adapted Housing Compliance Inspector Exam and Compliance Inspector Qualifications.
14 Apr 2015
VALERI Servicer Newsflash
On April 10, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) released a VALERI Servicer Newsflash.
14 Apr 2015
Safeguard Properties Launches Fast-Track Legislation Resource Center
On April 9, Safeguard Properties announced the launch of its new Fast-Track Legislation Resource Center, designed to keep industry professionals current on laws that expedite the foreclosure process for vacant and abandoned properties.
14 Apr 2015
Linda Erkkila Talks About Working Together in the Mortgage Industry
The April issue of Mortgage Banking Magazine featured an article by Safeguard Properties General Counsel Linda Erkkila titled Let’s Work Together.
10 Apr 2015